FRONT RUNNER F_KVMS001T Mercedes Benz Sprinter 144 Inch Slimpro Roof Rack Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Front Runner
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FRONT RUNNER F_KVMS001T Mercedes Benz Sprinter 144 Inch Slimpro Roof Rack
Product Information
- Product Name: Front Runner Mercedes Benz Sprinter L1/H1 / 144 WB Standard Roof Van Rack Kit
- Model Number: KVMS001T
- Manufacturer: Front Runner
Product Usage Instructions
- Start by reading the fitting instructions carefully to avoid improper installation and voiding your warranty.
- Open all the Front Runner Rack Kit boxes and gather the assembly instructions for the various components.
- Check that your kit contains the following components:
- Front Runner Mounting System specific to your vehicle
- Front Runner Rack Tray or Load Bar Slats
- Refer to the next page for a list of all the components, quantities, and tools required.
- Make sure to organize all the components and tools needed before starting the assembly process.
- If you have any questions about the installation, contact Front Runner for assistance.
- Refer to the online fitment guide on the Front Runner website for the latest information.
- Follow the specific steps for plug removal based on your vehicle model.
- Use a heat gun to soften the plugs and adhesive, then carefully remove the plugs from the roof using a suitable panel tool. Avoid overheating and refer to online videos for guidance if needed.
- Assemble the Mercedes Sprinter Feet loosely using M8 x 16 Button Head Bolts, M8 Flat Washers, and M8 Nyloc Nuts.
- Slide the assembled Mercedes Sprinter Feet onto the side profiles.
- Proceed with the remaining assembly steps as detailed in the user manual.
READ ME FIRST
Don’t be a hero and muscle through this installation without reading these
fitting instructions first! Improper installation of this gear may void
certain aspects of your warranty.
Before you begin, take a moment and open all your Front Runner Rack Kit boxes
and gather the assembly instructions for the various components.
- A complete kit will contain:
1. Front Runner Mounting System specific to your vehicle
2. Front Runner Rack Tray or Load Bar SlatsThis document will guide you through the assembly of the Mounting System and assist you in fitting the Rack tray or Load Bars to your specific vehicle. Please refer to the next page for a list of all the components, quantities and tools required.
IMPORTANT WARNING!
IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY
ASSEMBLED AND ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT IN AN
AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. YOU ARE
RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSEMBLING AND SECURING ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS TO YOUR
VEHICLE, CHECKING THE ATTACHMENTS PRIOR TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY INSPECTING
THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT, WEAR AND DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ AND
UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR FRONT
RUNNER PRODUCT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF
THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND ARE
NOT THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE INST ALLATION PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HA VE
THE PRODUCT INST ALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL INST ALLER OR O THER QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
NOTE: Front Runner will not be responsible for any damage caused by the
failure to install the product according to these instructions. Please call us
if you have any questions about the installation of this product.
GET ORGANIZED
IN THE BOX
TOOLS NEEDED
PLUG REMOVAL
Only remove the plugs indicated.
Use a Heat Gun to soften the plugs and adhesive, then use a suitable Panel
Tool to remove the plugs from the roof. Take care not to over heat. Look
online for videos on how to remove the plugs. 
ASSEMBLY
SIDE PROFILE ASSEMBLY
- Loosely assemble the Mercedes Sprinter Feet (Item 7) using M8 x 16 Button Head Bolts, M8 Flat Washers and M8 Nyloc Nuts and slide them into the side profiles. They must still slide freely.
- Place Joiner into the Side Profile and twist into position as shown. Assemble the Side Profiles (Items 1 & 2) using the Rack Joiners (Item 5) and M6 x 16 Button Head Bolts and fully tighten.
- Apply Sealant around all mounting holes in the roof. Place pre-assembled Side Profiles over the mounting points. Align feet with factory holes and secure the feet to the roof using the 10mm Plastic Spacers, M8 x 25 Button Head Bolts, M8 x 16 Flat Washers, M8 x 25 x 2 Flat Washers and M8 Nyloc Nuts. You will need a friend to help. Fully tighten.
- Tightening Torque 25Nm / 18.4 ft lbs
WIND DEFLECTOR ASSEMBLY
- Insert two Button Head Bolts, M8 Half Nuts and M8 Schnorr Washers assemblies into the Narrow Slat as shown. Slide them to the center of the Narrow Slat (item 3), making sure that the Scnorr Washer is above the T-Slot Channel.
- Loosely assemble the M8 x 12 Button Head Bolt, M8 Schnorr Washers and M8 Thin Nut both LH & RH Wind Deflectors (Item 5) as shown.
- Slide the nut assembled to the Wind Deflector into the T-slot of the Narrow Slat as shown.
- Center the Wind Deflector on the rack and move the bolt assemblies from fig 4.1 into the slots as shown in fig 4.4. Leave a 10mm gap between the LH and RH Wind Deflectors and fully tighten.
- Tightening Torque 20Nm / 14.75 ft lbs
NARROW SLAT ASSEMBLY
- Loosely assemble the Slat Z Brackets (Item 3) to the Narrow Slats using M8 x 20 Hex Bolts and M8 Nyloc Nuts. Place the Narrow Slat End Caps on the slats (Item 3),.See orientation in 5.1.
- Slide pre-assembled Slats into the Side Profiles. Space the Slats at 404mm increments, or at your chosen spacing. These can be adjusted at any stage. Additional Slats can be added (RRNS1425 sold seperately).
- The Slat Z brackets (Item 3) can be inverted as shown if you wish to have the rack lower on your vehicle.
- If a roof A/C is fitted to the vehicle, space the slats around the A/C at 202mm increments on shorter lengths and 404mm on the longer lengths The slats can be positioned in front and behind the A/C unit. Fully tighten all fasteners. Tightening Torque 20Nm / 14.75 ft lbs Place Nut Caps over all Hex Bolts and Nyloc Nuts.
COMPLETION
Congratulations! You did it. Take a step back and admire your work!
INSTALL OTHER VEHICLE AND RACK ACCESSORIES
Now’s the time to visit your favorite Front Runner dealer in person or online.
IMPORTANT! FRONT RUNNER RACK KITS OFTEN HAVE A HIGHER LOAD RATING THAN THE VEHICLES THEY ARE MOUNTED TO. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MANUFACTURER FOR A RECOMMENDED ROOF RA TING. FRONT RUNNER CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPROPER LO ADING BEYOND THE VEHICLE MANUF ACTURER’S STATED LOAD CAPACITY.
OEM TRACK FITMENT
- Slide four M8 x 20 T-Bolts (RRAC907) into the vehicles OEM tracks per side.
- Place pre-assembled Side Profiles over the vehicles OEM tracks. Align feet with M8 x 20 T-Bolts (RRAC907) and secure the feet to the roof using M8 x 20 T-Bolts, M8 x 16 Flat Washers and M8 Nyloc Nuts. You will need a friend to help. Fully tighten.
- Tightening Torque:
M8 : 15-20Nm / 11.06 ft lb – 14.75 ft lb
- Tightening Torque:
CHECK ONLINE FOR THE LATEST FITMENT GUIDE WWW.FRONTRUNNEROUTFITTERS.COM
References
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